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Germany’s center-left Chancellor Olaf Scholz has been dubbed the “Scholzomat” for a wooden personal style bordering on the robotic, but also hailed as a safe pair of hands leading a country that values stability. Now that stability has given way to turmoil and Scholz is in the fight of his political life. For in-depth analysis … Read more
Bitcoin (BTC) is not only breaking records, it is redefining what many considered possible in the digital financial realm. At the time of writing this article, BTC has reached new all-time highs near $107,000placing itself in an “exploration zone” where each step forward is a new unknown territory. Bitcoin’s rise to this point (positioning it … Read more
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Monday (December 16) lost a confident vote in parliament, paving the way for snap elections in February intended to lead the country out of a political crisis triggered by the collapse of his coalition. FRANCE 24’s Nick Holdworth tells us more. Source link
Justice Reuben Nyakundi sentenced Jacktone Odhiambo to 50 years in prison for the premeditated murder of Edwin Chiloba. “I have looked at the case and considered all the scales and the path between the death penalty and life imprisonment is that you will serve 50 years in prison for this crime,” Nyakundi said. Chiloba’s family … Read more
Ukraine is fending off new missile attacks on its energy system, the latest in Russia’s campaign targeting the war-torn country’s power grid during the winter season. As Ukraine pleads for more air defense from its Western allies, FRANCE 24’s Mark Owen welcomes Lisa (Yelyzaveta) Yasko, Member of the Ukrainian Parliament and Head of the Ukrainian … Read more
President Emmanuel Macron is set to name a new prime minister following days of deadlock over finding a candidate to replace Michel Barnier, whose historic ousting by parliament has pushed France into a fresh crisis. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective on France’s volatile political landscape, FRANCE 24’s François Picard is joined by Geneviève … Read more
Rescue workers on Monday (December 16) were racing to reach survivors after Cyclone Chido devastated Mayotte, causing major damage to its airport and cutting off communication links in the French territory. Source link
Nieto Guzmán was wanted in 196 countries, accused of three types of financial fraud. The person involved obtained funds through false investments with cryptocurrencies. A man linked to cryptocurrency scams was arrested in Huila, Colombia. Arley Johany Nieto Guzmán, who had an active red notice from Interpol, is accused of alleged financial crimes committed in … Read more
Although Syrians at home and across the world have celebrated the fall of the Bashar al-Assad regime, many are also nervous about what the future may hold for the country following the takeover by Islamist-led rebels. At a makeshift migrant camp in Calais, many Syria migrants say they still intend to attempt the perilous crossing … Read more
This week, Marjorie Hache welcomes Eloïse Bella Kohn, a French pianist based in Vienna, as well as British-French-Korean artist Min-Jung Kym. Both have released new records. In “Sounds For The Soul 2”, Kym continues to explore how music can be a therapeutic tool in the fight against cancer. She tells us how her own experience … Read more